Job Title: Coating & Insulation Supervisor / Inspector
Location: Qatar (Site-based)
Contract Duration: Long-term
Working Schedule: Full-time, site-based
About the Opportunity
We are looking for experienced Coating & Insulation professionals to join a major energy project. Whether you are a Supervisor ready to lead teams in delivering high-quality coating and insulation works, or an Inspector specialising in QA/QC activities, this role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex projects in a challenging environment.
Key Responsibilities
Supervisor duties:
- Supervise insulation and painting works, allocating manpower and equipment to meet project requirements.
- Inspect and test substrates before and after preparation (e.g., rust grades, contamination levels, surface preparation).
- Monitor climatic conditions to ensure suitability for blasting and coating applications.
- Oversee inspection and test sequences as per approved ITPs.
- Coordinate with clients during joint inspections.
- Plan, control, and ensure quality across all activities.
- Attend project meetings and provide input on QA/QC and coating-related issues.
- Review technical data of materials and ensure correct application as per manufacturer's recommendations.
- Inspect blasting and painting tools/equipment, including calibration validity.
- Monitor blasting, painting, coating, fireproofing, and waterproofing operations.
- Identify coating faults, recommend rectifications, and advise on prevention.
- Ensure safe working practices and participate in safety audits.
Inspector duties:
- Perform inspection activities as per the relevant Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).
- Monitor work and coordinate inspections with client representatives.
- Inspect materials used in blasting, painting, and coating, verifying technical data sheets and documentation.
- Conduct qualification tests for blasters, paint applicators, and crew supervisors.
- Check ambient conditions (humidity, dew point, air and steel temperatures, WFT/DFT).
- Carry out adhesion, curing, contamination, and holiday tests in critical areas.
- Review repair procedures to prevent corrosion under insulation.
- Evaluate daily coating reports and maintain quality records.
- Perform final inspections and prepare documentation for project handover.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or degree in Engineering or relevant technical discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Oil & Gas projects in a coating, painting, or insulation supervision/inspection role.
- Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).
- Certification such as NACE Level 2 (or equivalent) preferred.
- Additional painting or coating certifications are an advantage.